OklahomaSB 1627Oklahoma 2026 Regular SessionSenateWALLET

Crimes and punishments; amending, merging, consolidating, and repealing multiple versions of statutes. Emergency.

Sponsored By: Lonnie Paxton (Republican)

Signed by Governor

Senate Committee

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18 provisions identified: 9 benefits, 5 costs, 4 mixed.

Severe penalties for child sexual exploitation

Making, sharing, or having child sexual abuse material is a Class B1 felony with up to 20 years in prison and up to a $25,000 fine. No deferred sentence is allowed, and a sentence of 2 years or more requires post-prison supervision. Knowingly possessing 100 or more images is an aggravated Class A2 felony with up to life in prison and up to a $10,000 fine; identical copies each count, and sex-offender registration is required. The law defines what counts as child sexual abuse material, including altered or obscene depictions that appear to show a child. Lewd acts or proposals to a child under 16 are Class A3 felonies, usually 3 to 20 years, with much harsher sentences if the child is under 12 or the offender has certain priors.

Stronger penalties for stalking

The law makes repeated following or harassment that causes fear a felony stalking crime. A first felony can mean up to 3 years in prison and a $5,000 fine; a second up to 6 years and $10,000; a third up to 12 years and $15,000. Penalties can rise to as much as 15, 20, or 25 years and higher fines when a protective order exists, the person is on probation or parole, or there are recent related convictions. Nonconsensual GPS or other tracking counts as following. If the victim told the person to stop and contact continued, the law presumes fear unless it is rebutted.

Higher penalties for prostitution and trafficking

Knowing you are HIV-positive and engaging in prostitution is a Class D1 felony. Child prostitution or sex trafficking is a Class B1 felony with up to 10 years in prison and escalating fines. Crimes within 1,000 feet of a school or church are enhanced to a Class D1 felony with higher fines and possible community service. Some base violations remain misdemeanors with jail and fines.

Harsher DUI rules and penalties

Driving is illegal at .08 BAC or higher, while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, or with any Schedule I substance present at testing. A first DUI is a misdemeanor: 10 days to 1 year in jail, required assessment and treatment, and up to a $1,000 fine. Repeat DUIs within 10 years become felonies with longer prison terms (often 1–10 years), ignition‑interlock use, electronic monitoring, community service, and higher fines up to $5,000. Courts order evaluations, compliance with treatment, a $75 victims impact panel fee (where offered), and a $100 assessment to the Drug Abuse Education and Treatment fund. Fines double when convicted while transporting a child under 18.

Job protections for child abuse reporters

The law bans employers from firing, punishing, or blocking you for reporting suspected child abuse or neglect in good faith or for giving testimony. You can sue and recover damages, court costs, and attorney fees for retaliation. If a child is harmed because of the retaliation, you can also recover damages and fees.

Crackdown on nonconsensual AI sexual images

The law defines AI-made sexual images that look real but were created or altered by technology. Sharing private sexual images or AI sexual depictions without consent is a crime. Sharing without consent is a misdemeanor. Trying to get money by sharing, or sharing 3 or more in 6 months, is a Class D1 felony. Courts can order images removed. Platforms are not automatically liable just for third-party posts.

Statutory rape now covers under 18

The law raises the age for statutory rape from under 16 to under 18. Sex with someone under 18 now triggers statutory rape charges, expanding criminal protection for minors.

Stronger penalties for crimes on transit

Taking control of a transit vehicle by force is a Class B1 felony. Threatening, assaulting, or battering drivers, staff, or passengers, or disrupting service, is a Class B4 felony. Using a dangerous or deadly weapon makes the crime a Class B1 felony. Firing a gun into or inside a transit vehicle, terminal, or facility is a felony unless it was lawful self-defense.

Tougher penalties and treatment for domestic violence

Domestic abuse is a crime with stronger penalties. A first offense can mean up to 1 year in county jail or a fine up to $5,000. A second offense is a Class B5 felony with up to 4 years and a fine up to $5,000. Using a dangerous weapon is a Class B3 felony with up to 10 years in prison; using a deadly weapon is a Class A3 felony that can be punished by life. Abusing a pregnant woman, knowing she is pregnant, is a felony; a second such offense is Class A3, and if it causes miscarriage or injury to the unborn child it is Class A1 with at least 20 years. Causing great bodily injury is a Class B3 felony with up to 10 years. Abuse in a child’s presence brings 6 to 12 months in jail or up to a $5,000 fine; a second conviction is a Class B5 felony with 1 to 5 years and up to a $7,000 fine. Courts must order counseling or a batterers’ program when sentences are suspended or deferred. Beginning February 1, 2026, the Attorney General can certify up to two self-funded pilot batterers’ programs (at least 26 weeks, up to 50 participants) in Oklahoma and Tulsa Counties, with tight screening and possible extension up to 24 months.

85% time-served before parole

For listed serious crimes, you must serve at least 85% of your sentence before parole is considered. Earned credits cannot cut time below 85%. The rule applies only to the crimes named in the law. Life and life-without-parole sentences are handled separately where supervision is referenced.

Felony for patterns of crime

Doing crimes as a pattern in two or more counties or towns, or trying or conspiring to do so, is a Class D1 felony. Courts may add prison time and a fine up to $25,000, on top of penalties for the separate crimes. A pattern includes crimes under one plan, repeated crimes less than 30 days apart, or crimes tied to a single earlier incident or a listed pattern like fraud, theft, burglary, or robbery.

Stronger penalties for eluding police

Willfully trying to outrun an officer is a misdemeanor. A first offense can bring up to 1 year in jail or a $100 to $2,000 fine. A later offense can bring up to 1 year in jail or a $500 to $5,000 fine. If you endanger someone while eluding, it is a Class C1 felony with prison and a $1,000 to $5,000 fine. If you cause an accident with great bodily injury while eluding, it is a Class C1 felony with prison and a fine up to $5,000. Great bodily injury means a serious risk of death, permanent disfigurement, or long-term loss of function.

Limits on guns in public places

Carrying guns is banned in many government buildings, courthouses, prisons, and all K–12 schools, with listed exceptions. Private schools may let licensed people carry, and school boards may authorize certified staff. Concealed carry is allowed in some parks, fairgrounds, and certain event areas; some city buildings may allow concealed carry. Municipal zoos and some parks allow concealed but not open carry. Breaking school or courthouse rules is a misdemeanor with a fine up to $250; other violations can lead to removal or a citation up to $250. Colleges may assess a $250 administrative fine and suspend a handgun license for three months after a hearing. Pointing a gun, knife, or other deadly weapon at someone without lawful cause is a Class B4 felony; pointing is still lawful in self-defense or by police and certain officials.

Stronger child abuse reporting and hotline

The law runs one statewide DHS hotline to report child abuse or neglect. DHS must train hotline staff, record and keep calls for 12 months, and track call outcomes. If the alleged abuser is not a caregiver, DHS must send a written report to local police. Any person who suspects abuse of a child under 18 must report to the DHS hotline. School staff must report minors to DHS and police, and report students 18 or older to police. Health workers must report infants who test positive for alcohol or drugs, including NAS and FASD. No legal privilege or contract excuses the duty to report. Knowingly failing to report is a misdemeanor, and failing after at least 6 months of knowledge is a Class D1 felony. Knowingly false reports are a misdemeanor, and courts in custody cases may fine up to $5,000 and award attorney fees. Police must keep a reporting school employee’s identity confidential unless a court orders disclosure.

Felony child endangerment for dangerous situations

Letting a child be abused, be where drugs are made, ride with an impaired driver, or transporting an impaired child is child endangerment. It is a Class B6 felony with up to 4 years in prison or a fine up to $5,000, or both. There is a defense if stopping the harm would likely cause serious bodily harm to you or the child. Choosing prayer or spiritual treatment alone does not, by itself, trigger this crime.

Where multi‑county crimes are tried

The law clarifies where cases go when related crimes happen in more than one county. It uses the venue rules in Title 22 of the Oklahoma Statutes to decide the proper court. This guides prosecutors and judges and helps avoid disputes over location.

Extra time for gang-related crimes

If you commit a gang-related offense as part of gang membership or while with gang members, you face a Class B5 felony. The sentence adds 5 years in state prison on top of any other punishment.

Medical records shared in child abuse probes

Doctors, hospitals, and clinics that examined or treated a child for suspected abuse must give police and DHS copies of exam notes, X‑rays, photos, and other relevant records when asked. This helps investigations but reduces privacy for the child and family in those cases.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Lonnie Paxton
Republican • Senate

Cosponsors

Kyle Hilbert
Republican • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 99 • No: 2

House vote • 4/8/2026

Top_of_Page

Yes: 89 • No: 2

House vote • 4/2/2026

Emergency

Yes: 10 • No: 0

Senate vote • 3/17/2026

THIRD READING

Yes: 0 • No: 0

Senate vote • 2/24/2026